Allegations of mistreatment surrounding the Miss Venezuela Universe 2025 competition are drawing widespread attention following comments made by runner-up Stephany Abasali.In a recent interview, Abasali claimed she was prevented from delivering prepared remarks during the December 4th crowning ceremony at Venevisión . The claims have ignited a social media firestorm, with fans dissecting video footage of the event and debating the actions of key figures involved.
Recent statements from Stephany Abasali, the second runner-up in the Miss Universe 2025 competition, have sparked a social media frenzy. The model alleged in a recent interview that she was mistreated at Venevisión, preventing her from delivering prepared remarks during the crowning ceremony.
Abasali Expresses Discontent
Abasali spoke out about alleged mistreatment by Nina Sicilia during her reign in an appearance on the “Cara a Cara con Rodner” podcast. The situation escalated after Abasali returned from the Miss Universe competition.
She explained that the day before the Miss Venezuela Universe 2025 final, she arrived at rehearsals and was given a script including closing remarks. However, during the December 4th final, she was not handed a microphone to deliver those remarks.
While Abasali didn’t directly blame anyone on the podcast, she expressed her desire for Maite Delgado and José Andrés Padrón to allow her to speak.
Social Media Reacts
Beauty pageant enthusiasts have shared a video online, reportedly recorded with a cell phone, showing Padrón interacting with Stephany, with her attempting to speak. The video appears to show Padrón taking the microphone on direction from production staff. The world of pageantry often draws intense scrutiny and passionate opinions from fans.
Users have taken to social media to express strong opinions about the incident and Padrón’s actions.
“The host seemed very cold, it was her moment,” “It’s sad they would participate in such a scheme,” “That’s not right, José Andrés,” “José Andrés, you’re complicit, what a disappointment,” are among the comments posted online.
Others suggested that Padrón was simply following production cues and protecting his job.
